Christmas holidays are a fading memory and for all the working girls it's time to get back into 9-to-5 style in a way that's exciting and inspired. From the ultra-sophisticated to the smart-casual, here are 9 outfit ideas to try now.

Right about when the excitement accompanying the new year begins to wear off, reality starts settling in, and that often means an office to get back to, a schedule to embrace again and a long list of responsibilities to resume. Perhaps the most appealing thing about going back to work remains your freshly organized wardrobe and all those styling tips & tricks you cannot wait to try for yourself.

Aiming to make the transition into the New Year feel a little bit easier, our back-to-work selection of outfits celebrates diversity, comfort and elegance, whether through a bold colour, or a comfy knit.

After the break, 9 back to work outfits to wear now.

If monochrome looks are your thing than Doina’s modern yet timeless outfit can only inspire you to add some gorgeous minty shades to your office repertoire this year. Colourful and chic, this is the perfect antidote to winter dressing:

Simplicity is the one ingredient that never fails to impress in an office environment; a classic shade of gray, a basic white tee and a tailored suits that ditches pants for on-trend culottes makes for a winning combination, time and time again:

If you plan on breathing new life into your favorite white button-downs in 2016, nothing like a trendy suede skirt and a camel coat to do the trick. Perfect the office look with a loose chignon and snakeskin pumps:

Colourful knits at the office make for great outfits if styled right. Opt for bold tones and interesting patterns, and balance off their casual vibe with a pair of high-wasted tailored pants, and classic leather accessories:

A classic pencil skirt, a tucked-in merino wool sweater, navy on navy and just a touch of gold: follow Nicole’s easy recipe for success by using monochrome as the effortless way to elevate basic pieces:

If jeans are allowed in your office environment, pick out your favorite piece of denim and polish it off with a pair of printed pumps and a classic camel coat. Add to the preppy mix with a striped button-down, layered underneath a loose, relaxed sweater:

For the retro enthusiasts and colour lovers alive, a 1960s inspired dress in burnt orange will make for an office ready-look if worn on top of a printed, pussy-bow blouse, and styled with a simple pair of brown suede knee-high boots: